Troubleshooting - Pit Boss PBV2G1 Mode D'emploi

Proper cleaning and maintenance will prevent common operational problems. When your Pit Boss® smoker is operating poorly, or
used less frequently, the following troubleshooting tips may be helpful.
For FAQ, please visit www.pitboss-grills.com . You may also contact your local Pit Boss® authorized dealer or contact Customer
Service for assistance.
WARNING: Prior to opening the smoker for any inspection, cleaning, maintenance or service work, nsure
the unit is completely cooled to avoid injury.
PROBLEM CAUSE
Burner Will Not No Gas Flow
Light
Obstruction In
Hose, Valve
Faulty Regulator
Burner Valve Is Off
Obstructed Burner
Tube, Burner Ports
Ignitor Failure
Faulty Burner
Irregular Flame Obstructed Burner
Pattern Tube, Burner Ports
Burner Flame Is Poor Air Flow
Yellow / Orange
Obstructed Burner
Tube, Burner Ports
Grease Tray Is Full,
Spilling Onto Burner
Burner Valve Is Off
Burner Is Dirty
Burner Will Not No Gas Flow
Stay Lit
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TROUBLESHOOTING

SOLUTION
Check gas fuel connection, and ensure it is open. Increase flow on regular, or replace gas
cylinder if empty.
Check for bends or kinks in the regulator hose. If damaged, remove and replace. Check
connection port from the smoker to the regulator, and ensure there is no obstruction.
Regulator assembly needs to be replaced. Contact Customer Service for a replacement part.
Check the burner valve connection. Remove, then reinstall.
Check burner tube and burner ports for spider webs or other obstructions. Follow Care and
Maintenance instructions to clean the burner tube.
Check battery in ignitor. If dead, replace battery. Use match for manual lighting of the
burner. Check for proper positioning of ignitor, and notice if the electrode is producing
a spark; the spark should be visible and jump from the ignitor to the burner. If there is
no spark, adjust the electrode to slightly bending a little closer or further away from the
burner. If igniter still fails, igniter needs to be replaced. Contact Customer Service for a
replacement part.
Burner needs to be replaced. Contact Customer Service for a replacement part.
Check burner tube and burner ports for spider webs or other obstructions. Follow Care and
Maintenance instructions to clean the burner tube.
Increase the air flow into the cabinet by opening the dampers on the back side of the unit.
Check burner tube and burner ports for spider webs or other obstructions. Follow Care and
Maintenance instructions to clean the burner tube.
Empty grease tray and re-install. Follow Care and Maintenance instructions.
Check the burner valve connection. Remove, then reinstall.
Turn burner to high setting for five minutes, and burn with the door open. Follow Care and
Maintenance instructions.
Check gas fuel connection, and ensure it is open. Replace gas cylinder if empty.